Welcome to the ninth installment of my 12-part mock draft series, where I'm drafting from every spot — 1 through 12 — in a standard 12-team Yahoo league to break down how draft strategies evolve based on pick position.

An NFL season spans a long time. Sometimes, it even feels like an eternity if your team—be that real-world or of the fantasy football variety—falls woefully short of expectations.

Peak draft season is almost here. Our crew provides a good practice run through a 12-teamer to help you prepare for the real thing.